Ed: Although this case occurs in the Catholic church, the allegations of retaliation are common in the Episcopal church, as are the allegations of efforts to discredit victims. KNOXVILLE (TN) Knoxville News Sentinel [Knoxville TN] April 27, 2023 By Tyler Whetstone Oak Ridge pastor is a witness in assault suit
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Diocese of Alabama: The Rev. Rob Morpeth ignores child molestation allegations
In March 2022, Anglican Watch forwarded to the Rev. Rob Morpeth the allegations we received regarding Stephen McWhorter. Morpeth is the Title IV intake officer for the Diocese of Alabama. The allegations were that Stephen McWhorter, a retired Episcopal priest canonically resident in the diocese, made unwanted sexual advances against a
Continue readingIWF report on online child sexual abuse reveals disturbing trends
A recent annual report issued by the UK-based Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) reveals disturbing trends in online child sexual abuse. The IWF is a non-profit organization, which partners with the private, public and NGO sectors. Founded 25 years ago by a consortium of internet companies, IWF’s goal is to minimize,
Continue readingThe office of the presiding bishop: An abject failure of leadership
The office of Presiding Bishop and Todd Ousley form one of the great failures of leadership in the Episcopal church.
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